“Many thanks to Senator Kevin Meyer and Representative Bill Stoltze for sponsoring this legislation that will strengthen the laws relating to this dangerous substance,” Governor Parnell said. “This legislation recognizes the significant threat these substances pose to the health and safety of Alaskans and their communities.”

Senate Bill 140 classifies bath salts as a Schedule IIA controlled substance. It will be illegal to possess, manufacture, sell, or distribute the substance. The penalties will be the same as other Schedule IIA substances, such as methamphetamine, cocaine, and LSD.